Arthur Balfour Quotes


It is unfortunate, considering that enthusiasm moves the world, that so few enthusiasts can be trusted to speak the truth.


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Arthur James Balfour, 1848-1930, British Prime Minister (Conservative), Letter, 1891

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Arthur Balfour
  • Born: July 25, 1848
  • Died: March 19, 1930
  • Nationality: British, Scottish
  • Profession: Politician, Statesman

Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour, KG, OM, PC, FRS, FBA, DL was Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1902 to 1905. He was a member of the Conservative Party. As Foreign Secretary in the Lloyd George ministry, he issued the Balfour Declaration in 1917 on behalf of the cabinet.